Holmby Hills Adobe Reflects Iconic Fountain by Mexican Architect Luis Barragán
Jenn Thornton
August 9, 2018
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Think a timeless 1920’s Mediterranean mansion with a charming bungalow guesthouse, sculpture and painting studios, caretaker’s cottage, glass greenhouse and even a stone amphitheater, completely surrounded by specimen trees, walking paths, waterfalls and fountains. “It’s magical!” he adds.
Set amid the famed Hollywood Hills, 1814 N. Doheny Drive is an ultra-sexy contemporary residence crafted by L.A. architect Paul McClean, offers expansive living space side by side with amenities that characterize the ultimate in luxury and relaxation.
Southern California is not a place short on world-class properties. However, one can be forgiven for thinking we are perhaps a bit shortchanged after glancing at this epic Neal Norman Hawaiian estate on the North Shore of Kauai, on what is perhaps the most beautiful oceanfront in the Pacific—Secret Beach.
Although Vladimir Ossipoff passed away in 1998, his vision for Hawaii endures as a timeless legacy. With a profound respect for nature and a devotion to modern design, Ossipoff forever changed the landscape of the Hawaiian Islands, leaving an enduring architectural imprint that continues to inspire and captivate to this day.
Nestled amidst the mesmerizing landscape of Kona, Hawaii, lies an architectural marvel that transcends time and leaves visitors in awe. Designed by the visionary architect, Hagy Belzberg, of the esteemed Belzberg Architects, this 8,000-square-foot residence stands as a testament to ingenuity and forward-thinking design.
